Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - Sep/Oct 2019 (Issue 21)

BICKLEIGH CASTLE OFFERS SPECIAL PACKAGE FOR 2020 Bickleigh Castle in Tiverton, Devon, is offering couples the opportunity to marry in their very own castle from as little as £6,995 as part of its 2020 Spectacular Wedding Offer. Couples can recreate their own royal-style day with exclusive use of this Devonshire landmark. The offer is based on 50 guests and includes (but is not limited to): ❤ A ceremony in the Great Hall or outside by the stunning River Exe ❤ A choice of welcome drinks ❤ A selection of menus for the wedding breakfast ❤ Half a bottle of Bickleigh wine per person to accompany the meal ❤ A glass of prosecco per person to toast during the speeches ❤ A professional DJ playing until midnight ❤ Complimentary use of the Tudor Bridal Suite ❤ A dedicated wedding coordinator ❤ A spectacular fireworks display ❤ A toastmaster For further information and to book, call 01884 855 363 or visit the website bickleighcastle.com @bickleighcastle To see the real wedding of Whitney and Martin at this venue, turn to page 34. EDITOR'S PICK Retallack Resort and Spa now offers extensive watersports facilities at its Cornish-based resort. They include an inflatable aqua park, water zorbing, paddleboards, and a surf simulator ideal for adventurous honeymooners. For further information and to book, call 03333 700 555 or visit ariaresorts.co.uk CONGRATULATIONS! Wedding photographer Martyn Norsworthy has won two bronze awards in The Guild of Professional Photographer’s Image of the Month competition. This highly regarded national photographic body and its members are dedicated to enhancing their skills in photography and are committed to achieving the highest standards of professionalism for the benefit of their customers. Martyn said, “It’s my second time of entering and I’m so pleased to have been awarded not one but two High Bronze Bars.” Lesley Thirsk, director of the Guild of Professional Photographers, commented, “I’m delighted that Martyn has achieved this award. The guild has very demanding standards when judging photographic competitions. In fact, the judging is undertaken by a panel of internationally recognised experts from a variety of photographic backgrounds, so it’s an achievement to be, quite rightly, proud of !” To see a gallery of Martyn’s wedding images, visit the website norsworthyweddings.com @norsworthyweddings New bridal retreat opens in Ilfracombe The new Slimmeria retreat has opened in Ilfracombe, Devon. The historic Merlin Court plays host to this rejuvenation retreat, located just steps from the sea offering boutique accommodation with terraces enjoying sea views. Guests take part in a six-day programme including daily walks along the coast, fitness classes, yoga, workshops and spa treatments. For further information, call 07977 827 958, or visit slimmeria.com @slimmeria YOUR ESSENTIALS 11